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Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Smile in My Mailbox!

There are times that I feel totally alone in this battle.  There are times that I can't see the end.  There are times that I feel like no one understands how difficult this journey is.


Today I opened my mailbox and found a greeting card from a friend.  I couldn't figure out why.  It isn't my birthday, no one died ...  I'm not sick...hmmmm.  I opened the card to find the kindest, most thoughtful paragraph.

Amy,
I just wanted you to know how excited I am for you with your recent weight loss.  All the things you are doing to change your life are truly amazing and I am so happy for you.  I wanted to give you something really special to celebrate your first milestone at 50 pounds.  Here's a little something to go buy yourself something extra special. Enjoy! You deserve it!

Inside I found a gift card to Lane Bryant.  Reading some other blogs lately has opened my eyes to how important support is.  I don't need 25 friends that don't give a crap.  I need a few great friends that know how very hard I am working to become healthy again.  The most ironic thing is that the person that sent me the card has never struggled with being overweight.  I think it almost makes it more special.
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9 comments:

  1. ReJoyce777October 27, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    That is the sweetest. Yes, I am seeing in allll these blogs the importance of support. I "surround" myself with all of you and some family that are excited for me. Trying to avoid the negative folks. Congratulations!!!

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  2. CeceOctober 27, 2011 at 2:29 AM

    Oh, geez ... I'm tearing up over here :) I so agree ~ the amount of support and sharing on the i-net is incredible ! Have a great day !

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  3. MBFLOctober 27, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    That is such a sweet and touching gift!! The unexpected ones are always the best.

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  4. vickydOctober 27, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    What a sweet gift!! You are so right, you don't need friends who don't care...having a few friends who care very much does the trick!

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  5. BrendaOctober 27, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    What a great friend! And you are right.....ditch the 25 people who could care less about your journey and focus on the ones that love and support you! Hugs!!!!

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  6. o.c. bandsterOctober 27, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    what a great surprise!!! keep up all of the good work....you are seriously kicking butt!

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  7. KelliOctober 27, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    Thats an awesome letter and friend to send it too you!

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  8. trishajoOctober 27, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    that is so wonderful - how lucky you are to have a friend like that :)

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  9. RhondaOctober 28, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    That's fantastic, what a great friend! I wish I had some that were as supportive as yours. :)

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